What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Stack Developer position at First Choice Surveying Inc?
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Full Stack Developer to play a pivotal role in the development of a new, comprehensive software platform for tracking, storing, and managing survey data. This role offers a unique opportunity to be involved in all stages of the software development lifecycle, from initial concept and architecture to deployment and ongoing maintenance. You will be instrumental in building a robust, scalable, and user-friendly application that meets the evolving needs of our users. This platform will aim to streamline workflows, improve data accuracy, and provide valuable insights for our clients.
Responsibilities:
Full Lifecycle Development: Participate in the entire software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, system design, database modeling, front-end and back-end development, testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance.
Front-End Development: Design and implement intuitive and responsive user interfaces using modern front-end frameworks and libraries (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js). Ensure a seamless and engaging user experience, with a focus on data visualization and user interaction.
Back-End Development: Develop robust and scalable server-side logic and APIs using appropriate programming languages and frameworks (e.g., Python/Django, Node.js/Express, Java/Spring). Implement business logic for survey data processing, user authentication, and system integrations.
Database Design and Management: Design, implement, and manage efficient and well-structured databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB) to store and retrieve survey data effectively. Optimize database performance for large datasets and complex queries.
API Development and Integration: Design and build RESTful or GraphQL APIs for seamless communication between the front-end and back-end components, as well as potential integration with other systems (e.g., GIS software, CRM).
Cloud Deployment and Management: Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Azure) for deploying, scaling, and managing the application. Implement infrastructure-as-code and automate deployment processes.
Testing and Quality Assurance: Write unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of the software. Participate in code reviews to maintain high coding standards and best practices.
Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with product managers, designers, surveyors, and other stakeholders to understand requirements, provide technical insights, and ensure alignment throughout the development process.
Problem Solving and Innovation: Proactively identify and resolve technical challenges, and contribute innovative ideas to enhance the platform's functionality, user experience, and efficiency.
Technical Documentation: Create and maintain clear and concise technical documentation for the software architecture, code, and deployment processes.
Staying Current: Continuously learn and adapt to new technologies, tools, and best practices in web development and the surveying industry.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of professional experience as a Full Stack Developer.
Front-End Proficiency: Strong proficiency in modern front-end technologies, including:
HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (ES6 ).
Experience with at least one major JavaScript framework/library (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
Understanding of responsive design principles and cross-browser compatibility.
Familiarity with front-end build tools (e.g., Webpack, Parcel).
Experience with data visualization libraries (e.g., D3.js, Chart.js) is a plus.
Back-End Proficiency: Solid understanding of back-end development principles and experience with at least one of the following:
Python with frameworks like Django or Flask.
Node.js with frameworks like Express.
Java with frameworks like Spring.
Experience with ORM (Object-Relational Mapping) libraries.
Database Expertise: Experience designing and working with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB). Strong understanding of database concepts, data modeling, and query optimization.
API Development: Proven ability to design and implement RESTful or GraphQL APIs.
Version Control: Proficient with Git and collaborative development workflows (e.g., Gitflow).
Testing: Experience writing unit, integration, and end-to-end tests using relevant testing frameworks.
Problem-Solving Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail.
Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Teamwork: Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
Benefits:
Competitive salary within the specified range
Comprehensive benefits package, including paid Life, STD, and LTD insurances.
Health, dental, and vision coverage provided.
Generous paid time off, including 10 vacation days accrued, 3 personal days, and paid birthday off